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What are skin lesions caused by scratching?
Skin lesions caused by scratching are typically classified as excoriations, which include scratches, abrasions, or cuts on the skin surface. These lesions can vary in size and depth and are often the result of excessive scratching due to itching or other skin conditions. It is important to avoid scratching to prevent further irritation and potential infection.
How are moles caused?
Well, moles are a gross substance that you are born with. It's just so moley(:
How effective is scratch tape for cats in preventing furniture damage caused by scratching?
Scratch tape can be effective in preventing furniture damage caused by scratching in some cats. The sticky texture of the tape can deter cats from scratching on the furniture. However, the effectiveness may vary depending on the individual cat's behavior and preferences. It is worth trying scratch tape as a deterrent, but it may not work for all cats.
Are scars or skin injuries caused by scratching a symptom of chronic cholestasis?
Yes
Can heat rash cause bleeding?
Bleeding would not be caused by heat rash. If the affected person was to start scratching, there may be some small amount of blood.
I have a lot of moles and always have done they are quite raised do you think it's worth getting them checked out for cancer?
Yes, it is worth getting moles checked out for cancer. Moles are caused by a viral infection. By now physicians may have some treatment for the virus. If they do, it will sure beat all the drug store remedies or the home remedies.
What kind of secondary skin lesion is an excoriation?
A hollow, crusted area caused by scratching or picking at a primary lesion.
Why do we feel compelled to scratch bug bites if it's bad to do?
Scratching can remove insects from your skin while they are biting, or even before they bite, which could be useful. Scratching can remove irritants of various sorts, although we also sometimes scratch when there is no irritant that we can remove. Itching is caused by various things, and the scratching response is sometimes useful and sometimes useless or actually harmful to some degree. Our biological design is not 100% efficient.
Can Benadryl be successfully used to help with the itching and scratching caused by hot spots?
Yes, absolutely. Benedryl is safe for dogs.
What is excoriation in a dog mean?
Excoriation in a dog refers to a skin lesion caused by self-trauma, such as scratching or licking. It can result from underlying allergies, infections, parasites, or psychological issues. Treatment involves addressing the underlying cause and preventing further self-inflicted damage.
Why doesn't scratching work?
When you scratch, it means that your skin is already irritated for some reason. Scratching only continues to irritate the skin more.
When dogs malt does it cause them to scratch?
Dogs don't molt, they "shed," and normally shedding shouldn't cause a lot of scratching, but some scratching might be caused it. Lots and lots of scratching means that the dog may have a skin irritation (bug bite, poison ivy, eczema, hot spot infection, etc.), so look closely at the skin where the dog is scratching and consult with a vet.
